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Basic Pizza Sauce

This pizza sauce is easy to make (five ingredients) and easy on the taste buds. The recipe makes about two cups and you can keep it in the fridge for up to a week.

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This recipe requires extra parent involvement and a watchful eye, because it may require sharp tools or hot pans.

Servings: 8

Prep Time: 5 min.

Cook Time: 30 min.

Ingredients

2 tbsp. olive oil

2 large cloves garlic, minced

1 can ( 32 oz.) tomatoes in puree

Salt and freshly ground pepper

1/4 tsp. dried oregano

Tip: If you prefer a smoother sauce, substitute a box of strained tomatoes (such as Pomi). This type of sauce contains no added sugar or corn syrup.

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium sauce pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes and break them up with a potato masher or the back of a spoon until they are small pieces. Season to taste with salt and pepper and add the oregano.

Step 2

Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes.

Step 3

Transfer to a container and cool completely. Makes about 2 cups sauce. Can cover and keep for up to one week in the refrigerator.